Echo trimmer starts but will not rev.

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    Thanks for watching. This echo trimmer was running and worked just fine but while being used it started to loose power and finally died. It did start back up but didn't have any power and would rev past idle speed. As a disclaimer remove your spark to test that it's your problem, then clean and replace it.

Komentáře • 614

  • @PatriciaCooper-n4p
    @PatriciaCooper-n4p Před 5 dny

    The spark arresting screen was the problem. It worked well once we removed it. Thanks, you saved us several dollars in repairs.

  • @matthewrobinson5230
    @matthewrobinson5230 Před 3 lety +12

    Thanks for an awesome video! This fixed my Echo SRM 255 in 5 minutes!

  • @NautilusBoatworks
    @NautilusBoatworks Před 2 lety +10

    What an easy fix. We removed screen and boom she runs like a champ. I believe the other 3 weed trimmers in the shed can come back to life. Thank you

  • @danielbeaty
    @danielbeaty Před 2 lety +5

    Great video - super informative, high quality with good sound and straight to the point. My exact same Echo unit had this exact problem and your fix worked perfectly. I used carb cleaner and an old toothbrush. Only bad news is I can't hire a lawn service now :)

  • @swim473
    @swim473 Před 3 lety +8

    I have fixed multiple trimmers, a push mower, and a blower all thanks to your videos..keep up the good work, my guy.

  • @jds1967
    @jds1967 Před 3 lety +9

    Thank you for posting. Fixed my issue! It must have been clogged for a while because it is running better than I ever remember.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 3 lety +1

      I'm glad it's working well now. Thank you comment John Downs.

    • @codegaming_yt7704
      @codegaming_yt7704 Před 3 lety +1

      @@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE man I don't see mo screen on mine at all had it over 40 days

  • @summervibes2147
    @summervibes2147 Před 3 lety +5

    I've cleaned my carb and my plug but have yet to check that screen think you just saved me a whole bunch of headache awesome job and thanks for the vid!

  • @geoffc54
    @geoffc54 Před 2 lety +4

    Thanks for this very helpful and concise video, was having exactly the same problems with my hedge trimmer, had replaced the spark plug and stripped and cleaned the carb and fuel lines to no avail, this fixed the problem in five minutes. Thank you very much for sharing.

  • @MarkBaird72
    @MarkBaird72 Před 3 lety +1

    I must say Thanks so Much for posting this video!!! It fixed my whipper snippet in 5 minutes. Cheers!!

  • @odillaurent1053
    @odillaurent1053 Před 3 lety +6

    hey man, thanks, this was a life saver, i thought my machine was a dead one, and i had the same model as you shown there, echo 225, i tried everything, but could,nt understand what was wrong so i looked it up, and when i did whar you said,about the muffler screen being clogged up, and yes it was, i cleaned it with a old tooth brush and some mix gas and it was super clean, put in back in the weeder and start her up, and it was life brand new, super power, thank again, and keep it up, you help alot of people ..............GOOD JOB

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 3 lety +1

      thank you Odil Laurent for the comment and I'm glad it worked out for you.

  • @danielpadgett2831
    @danielpadgett2831 Před 4 lety +10

    I just acquired one of theses srm 225 trimmers from a friend he already got a new one. It will not start I took the carb apart and partially rebuilt it with new diapharms but still no go so I'm ordering a new carb since there inexpensive and trying that. I have been watching your channel alot and I have learned so much. I showed my dad yesterday what I learned from your channel on taking apart the carb and he was impressed so thank you so much for your videos.

  • @Sabres16
    @Sabres16 Před 3 lety +4

    Thanks for the great video. I have same trimmer and removing the screen got all my power back. I do not normally run at full throttle unless im in high or thick grass.

  • @mikeschmeck5751
    @mikeschmeck5751 Před 3 lety +1

    THANK YOU SO MUCH THAT WAS A BIG HELP.. IT WAS THE SPARK ARESTER NEVER HERD OF ONE BUT IT WAS STOPED UP NOW IT RUNS GREAT .

  • @kevenwoodbury9404
    @kevenwoodbury9404 Před 7 měsíci +2

    I was told by my dealer to always run at full throttle when working it. These little engines have a centrifugal clutch that engage fully at full throttle so the clutch doesn't slip and wear out sooner.

  • @Blackchevyangel1
    @Blackchevyangel1 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for this helpful video... I thought i had a clogged carburetor Or Air & gas mix problem
    I took the spark arrestor off and threw it away ...BAM started it up and it ran like brand new... lol you saved me $$ thanks again your fantastic 👏

  • @k1hasard
    @k1hasard Před rokem +2

    From what I know, 2 cycle engines are designed to run at full throttle. I run mine at full throttle almost all the time, I have some small areas that I use less throttle like inside corners and around trees, but mostly it is full throttle. I check my spark arrestor when I change the spark plug and it has always been clean. I hit it with a propane torch and brushed it with a brass brush once just to see if there was any difference, and there was not. I have a 5 year old Echo SRM 225 that's still going strong. Great video, easy to follow for those not familiar with this procedure.

  • @jasonrunyon2663
    @jasonrunyon2663 Před 2 lety +2

    As far as running at full throttle, I do everytime I weedeat. I appreciate all your help.

  • @hawaiianrussian1047
    @hawaiianrussian1047 Před 9 měsíci

    I’ve had my echo for around 7-8 years and it started having this problem recently. I was kinda bummed thinking I was finally gonna have to get a new one and decided to look on CZcams to fir a quick fix and give it one last try first and came across this vid. Took out the screen and she runs like a champ again!! Thanks for the awesome vid!.

  • @jackrauert8829
    @jackrauert8829 Před 3 lety +2

    Perfect! Was ready to rebuild the carburetor then saw this video. Removed the screen, put in a new plug and it runs like brand new. Screen was completely blocked, just threw it away. I would have rebuilt the carburetor and it still would not have run. Saved me a lot of time and frustration.....and money!! Thanks!!

  • @rubikdrummer1
    @rubikdrummer1 Před rokem +1

    Thank you so much for this! Really helped me! My father told me to take it to a guy that fixes trimmers but I didn't want to wait or pay for it to be fixed. This solved my problem and it took just a couple minutes

  • @adamschmidtcreationsllc3547

    Thank you!!! It works like a charm after burning off the oil build up from the little screen. The little things make a big difference… wow

  • @BRIANOKEEFFE1
    @BRIANOKEEFFE1 Před 2 lety +1

    Mine started running bad like that yesterday...head barely turning...I DID EXACTLY WHAT YOU SHOWED TO DO AND MINE STARTED UP LIKE BRAND NEW ON FIRST PULL. IT RUNS BETTER THAN WHEN IT WAS NEW I BELIEVE. Thank you for saving me a month in line at repair place and a tune up bill for whatever they say!!!!!! THANK YOU!!!!!!!

  • @evanthompson8766
    @evanthompson8766 Před 3 lety +6

    Thank you so much. I run a small lawn business, and had this problem mid day. Stopped and looked at it for 2 to 3 hours. Ended up finding this video, taking that little screen off, and it ran best it ever has. EVER. There really is a CZcams video for everything lol

  • @PilotViewProductions
    @PilotViewProductions Před 3 lety +3

    Nice video once again. I use my trimmer full-speed as the o. manual states that's the way it's supposed to be operated.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 3 lety +1

      You are absolutely correct about that. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it Pilot View Productions

  • @carlhull2395
    @carlhull2395 Před 2 lety

    This fix solved my problem. When I got down to the carbon filter, I flipped it around because ½ was still clear but was blocked by the housing. This let me keep the filter but allow air in through the other side. Thanks much for the great video.

  • @larryharp2489
    @larryharp2489 Před 3 lety +1

    Much Mahalos from Hawaii! Your video was very helpful, and solved the problem of the 225 SRM that was just over a month old! I removed the clogged screen, and it ran excellent! It was purchased to replace one with the same problem, so I'll do the same thing to the old one to see if that was the problem with it.. I was told to run the fuel richer so to not burn up the engine in the tropical climate here by mechanic years ago, so did so all these years. I "Babied' this new one I bought, and apparently it was carbon build up within a month. After following your instructions, the new one ran great, and I will run it from now on "Balls Out, Full Throttle", etc. I did so today, after the removal of clogged screen and cleared out choke biomass! It performed effortlessly Thank You for this extremely helpful video!

  • @n7hevn
    @n7hevn Před 2 lety +3

    Thanks for doing this video, you fixed the problem mine was having !!!

  • @Nukemann64
    @Nukemann64 Před 2 lety +2

    I like to adjust the throttle for the cutting conditions i'm currently in. for example, those little gravel/rocks near a ditch line/culvert pipe, or next to a flower bed or garden I like to use less throttle, maybe only 1/4th throttle while trimming. It prevents throwing all those tiny little rocks at your face (which on most commercial straight shaft trimmers the head turns counterclockwise) which hurt really badly, and it prevents chopping off flowers or plants. now for open areas like a bank or waist-high grass, it's Wide-open Throttle the whole time.
    Another thing i did recently is i changed the 2 cycle oil i use. I used to run Stihl HP Ultra mixed at 50:1 for my FS-85 trimmers, but about 2 years ago i changed to Opti-2 oil, and it eliminated the screens getting clogged. Great video! I know it's from a couple years ago but still relevant! thank you!

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you Jacob Feather for sharing your experience, I might have to start using that oil, and if I like it, I might have to start suggesting it to people.

  • @KJ-dq9cr
    @KJ-dq9cr Před 2 lety

    Just did exactly what u did in this video and my machine sounds and works like it should , thanks Sr!

  • @karenkalani9961
    @karenkalani9961 Před 2 lety

    I am so happy that with your video, I was able to perform a tune up on my Echo trimmer and also troubleshoot what was wrong with it. I was able to identify and fix the problem which was runnimg but unable to rev. Mahalo nui loa.

  • @tonyd1149
    @tonyd1149 Před 2 lety

    Excellent fix and video camera work showing close details. Thank you for making and posting this video. (I only throttle up to full speed [~3%-5% of run time]. Except when cutting large high growth areas that I need to handle. Then, the full throttle is more like 65%-70% of run time. I only have to do this (high growth area) ~ 2-3 times/year. Thank you again.

  • @ThomasRoy3r
    @ThomasRoy3r Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you!! I replaced the carb and was still running at too low a RPM. This had me thinking it was getting choked some kind of way. My screen was clogged big time! Took it out, running like new! And a new carb, spark plug and air filter now on my 3 year old SRM-225!

    • @ThomasRoy3r
      @ThomasRoy3r Před 3 lety +1

      I use mine at full speed but I had too rich of a gas mixture for too long and possibly old gas as well. I’m going to use the Echo 50:1 premixed from now on. But she’s running like new right now! Thanks again!

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 3 lety +1

      nice work. Thanks for the comment. Echo trimmers are my choice as well.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 3 lety +1

      @@ThomasRoy3r that will definitely fix any issues you'll have in the future.

  • @mohamednazeel7649
    @mohamednazeel7649 Před 4 lety +2

    Great fix.... finally a video from you.. cheers😀

  • @gunstarxxxhero6228
    @gunstarxxxhero6228 Před 4 lety +2

    I have the exact problem you have in this video. I am about to go and check the screen. If that is the problem all i can say is thank you so much. It will save me money, time and worry and headaches. Will be back later with an update. Thanks again.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 4 lety

      no problem and please let me know

    • @gunstarxxxhero6228
      @gunstarxxxhero6228 Před 4 lety

      @@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE Worked like a charm. Cranked up and revs up to full throttle now. I had like 3 pin holes I could see through throughout the half of the screen that was exposed to exhaust. I used a small wire brush and cleared out the soot and crust until the screen was perfectly clear. Put it back together and the rest is history. You my friend are a God send. Thank you.

  • @RodeoRides
    @RodeoRides Před 4 lety +1

    It did the trick on my 16 year old SRM 210 never clean it pretty much just changed plugs. 👍🏻

  • @frankiemarchese2978
    @frankiemarchese2978 Před 2 lety

    Thank you!!! Going to try this tomorrow. Just ripped the carb off and cleaned everything and still won’t rev up. This makes total sense, great video. Will come back with an update. I might just make a video like you did 👍

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 2 lety +1

      Good luck and thank you Frankie Marchese

    • @frankiemarchese2978
      @frankiemarchese2978 Před 2 lety

      It runs like new now!!! Throttle response is instant. I removed that plug so I can adjust that H screw also. Thanks for the video, would have taken me a while to figure it out without it.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 2 lety

      no problem Frankie Marchese.

  • @Stubbyvegas
    @Stubbyvegas Před 3 lety +1

    Worked flawlessly, thanks so much!!

  • @davidhipelius3792
    @davidhipelius3792 Před 2 lety

    Thank You for the help and I do use it at half speed a lot.

  • @martint766
    @martint766 Před rokem

    Awesome as always.

  • @henrydixon3159
    @henrydixon3159 Před rokem

    great video my echo SRM 225 weed trimmer has not able to reach high speed for a few weeks and today while watching your video I was able to fix it the issue. the screen was clog and oily I removed it altogether I have start using 50:1 fuel I had to adjust the carb just a little but now it is race ready thank you so much

  • @georgecolbert3247
    @georgecolbert3247 Před 2 lety +4

    The screen does two things. Acts as a spark arrestor (to eliminate a leaf fire, etc.), and acts like a cat., to burn off HCs. Small Eng Saloon did a test where red armor oil would clean up the screen after two tank fulls of gas mix. Chicanic did a video stating that the Stihl oil clogs the screen and causes carbon. I run my trimmer at slow speed.

  • @Loneoak1955
    @Loneoak1955 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you sir, on mine it was the spark arrester clogged up. Quick fix, thanks again.

  • @bradpartridge3272
    @bradpartridge3272 Před 3 lety +1

    Fixed my problem. I did a tuneup with a new spark plug, air and fuel filter and it was running sluggish. This fixed it. It runs a full speed. If run the trimmer at full speed when I am using the blower and the edger. I sometimes do not run it at full speed with the weedeater/string attachment when I go around trees.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 3 lety

      Thank for the comment. I sometimes don't run them at full throttle too

  • @sonnydacuse7622
    @sonnydacuse7622 Před 11 měsíci

    Got it running. Thanks 🙏

  • @MadAtMax.300Blackout
    @MadAtMax.300Blackout Před 15 dny

    Echo is THEE best overall commercial weedeater. Have used it for YEARS.

  • @ravenshield7823
    @ravenshield7823 Před 2 lety +3

    My uncle has one of these and it's never been cared for but always worked, I sort of adopted it last year and used it silly all season. I was never impressed with the power and my god for such a small displacement they are cold blooded little motors but always ran like a champ. Anyway, I popped the screen off today and it couldn't have possibly been any cleaner, like literally brand new looking which surprised the hell out of me. It always has a fuel odor out the exhaust so I assumed it would need a cleaning, nope. I left the screen out because I'm a rebel, and removed the dummy plug for the High jet and actually leaned it out slightly and it made a huge overall difference, snappier, sounds better, smells better. Before it wouldn't really reach full rpm steady with the full length of heavier whip till it was half worn. It does now and sounds stronger. I will run it a few times and check the plug just to make sure its not too lean, but so far I would say it was definitely worth the time to do it. I don't want to sacrifice the light weight and excellent fuel economy of this Echo for a more powerful much heavier trimmer. Tune this one and be happy. I figure the removal of the screen will negate the possibility of the extra heat leaning it out a bit may cause but that's something I need a few runs to determine.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 2 lety +1

      sounds like that trimmer is in good hands. thank you RavenShield78.

    • @Ron_Masterjohn
      @Ron_Masterjohn Před rokem

      What is the plug on the high jet? Is this something where the carb needs to be taken apart to do? Mine is just 2 years old and not run more than maybe 10 hours total,run like a champ but this evening it was not revving as high as normal and had a bit of a bog at full throttle.

    • @ravenshield7823
      @ravenshield7823 Před rokem

      @@Ron_Masterjohn If you have removed the guard and run longer than stock line it won't rev up till the line wears down, also if you use heavier than the .80 size line they won't turn up as quickly either. But the plug, is a little plastic cup, inserted into the hole that's just under the primer ball. Removal is very easy, as long as you do it right. Take a small drill bit, 1/16th, and drill a hole into the cap, it's recessed into that hole, it's a small hollow cup shape plastic cap. You can push at first to get the bit drilling, but ease up as it drills into it and you will feel as soon as you hit the actual brass screw, since its hollow it sinks right into it once through the top. As long as you don't go ham on it you can't really hurt anything, then you just need a slightly long, thin screw that you can thread into the hole you drilled, and just simply pull it right out. You only need to thread it into the hole you drilled just enough to catch you threads, a sheetrock screw seems like a good choice but it too big and a finer thread skinny ass screw is best. You want a very skinny screw because it's hard to perfectly center the hole you will make in such a little area, and if the screw just fits, once you thread it into the hole you drilled, it can bind up your extraction from the threads against the side wall of the hole. Finding the right extraction screw is the only hard part, it's probably best to just go to the hardware store with you 1/16 drill bit and get something just barely bigger. The low jet is the same procedure but is located on the top of the carburetor that your throttle cable goes to, the hole in what I would call the butterfly valve. Adjusting the screw, you will need a small flat screwdriver. It seems to me that all two strokes need adjustment once broken in, Sthil, seems to run them rich from the start and are fine, but that's just my experience I haven't had a ton of either and I am not a service department, to be honest I'm more of a Husqvarna guy, and they all have enjoyed some extra once broken in, they seem to enjoy a different tune in winter to summer too, but I like optimal, most people probably don't care. I recently got a 525ls weed whacker and I am over the moon with it. I still love my echo, but I'm dealing with a pretty large property, and I can run any line and plenty of smooth power. Not a toy, 3 times the fuel consumption but I can cover some serious ground with it. Don't be afraid to mess with yours, you can't hurt anything. Good luck.

  • @richlymann6451
    @richlymann6451 Před 2 lety +1

    Having this issue now , will try this repair
    I run full throttle. Good video

  • @lancesmith9296
    @lancesmith9296 Před rokem

    Thanks dude, this took care of the problem with my Echo GT-225.

  • @THEMOWERMEDIC1
    @THEMOWERMEDIC1 Před 3 lety +4

    Here in Texas we have small little dirt dobbers that love to build nests inside those mufflers. Without the screen the bugs can build their nests right inside the exhaust port! Best to just clean the screen and reinstall it

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 3 lety +2

      yes you're exactly correct about that.

    • @notusedexer
      @notusedexer Před 2 lety

      You must not use it very often.... I can't imagine a dirt dobber having the time to build a nest

    • @THEMOWERMEDIC1
      @THEMOWERMEDIC1 Před 2 lety

      @@notusedexer they can build a nest in 10 min

  • @benwilkins4780
    @benwilkins4780 Před 3 lety +6

    I found that when running a mulching blade head (which I do most of the time) short bursts are better than running a full rpm. Most of the mulching happens during the wind down of the rpm. Otherwise the head just bounces off the material.

  • @mikedeiana1504
    @mikedeiana1504 Před rokem

    I have an echo SHC225S had this trimmer for three years 90% of the time it’s on full throttle. No issues always runs excellent starts right up.

  • @corydeville7611
    @corydeville7611 Před rokem

    After watching your video, my weed wacker runs like new again! Thank you

  • @ramadinsookhoo6141
    @ramadinsookhoo6141 Před 2 lety +12

    Depending on how tall the grass is, I usually try to keep the engine running at 1 constant speed and when I need a little more power I'll rev the engine up when it is needed.

  • @simonmorris8651
    @simonmorris8651 Před 3 lety +10

    Full speed unless trimming close to houses/fences. I think it’s the way the engine’s designed to run. Great video, thanks very much, Simon, Devon, UK.

  • @999thenewman
    @999thenewman Před 4 lety +3

    Better to run it rich than lean. Thanks for cleaning the spark arrestor.

  • @yoboi5775
    @yoboi5775 Před 4 lety +4

    Nice echo split shaft never seen one before i heard the come with different attachments had the same problem as the old grey echo you worked on

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 4 lety +2

      Split shafts have their advantages but some disadvantages too. I like the versatility though.

  • @sethsorensen6431
    @sethsorensen6431 Před 3 lety +1

    Awesom video! Just fixed mine, thanks a ton!!

  • @jameswoods6350
    @jameswoods6350 Před 2 lety

    This video solved my problem. Saved me money. Thank you very much .

  • @stevelong9328
    @stevelong9328 Před rokem +1

    I rarely run mine at full throttle but that makes sense, I will start doing that for a minute or so each time I use it.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před rokem +1

      I'd probably try at least half throttle, sometimes full isn't needed.

  • @toma6623
    @toma6623 Před 4 lety +3

    Thank you for your video. I've had my SRM210 for 15 years, always starts never a problem. It ran great last week. Today it just would not rev, no power. I checked the exhaust and a mud dauber had plugged the screen with mud. Cleaned it up and back to full power. Thanks!

  • @tonyv6508
    @tonyv6508 Před 2 lety

    u just saved me brother, I was literally about to buy another one!!!

  • @howlinwolfgangnester
    @howlinwolfgangnester Před 4 lety +4

    Great man, I never knew about this spark arrester screen and it seems by symptom to be the problem. But unfortunately, I messed up the spark plug wire and ignition coil by pulling to hard on the wire now i am waiting for the replacement as it has no spark now what so ever but was just running before i pulled on it and broke it. since i will have it apart i will also check this screen which i am sure now that it is clogged as it has the same symptom

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 4 lety +1

      its a good place to start. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it.

  • @frankj6351
    @frankj6351 Před 2 lety

    Thank You for a great video

  • @patw9175
    @patw9175 Před 3 lety

    Thank you very much, I would have never considered that spark arrestors are used in lawn equipment. Hope this works when I get home from work 🙂

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 3 lety

      hopefully it works out for you

    • @patw9175
      @patw9175 Před 3 lety

      @@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE nope. The spark screen was perfectly clear. Carb is clean, filters are all brand new, fresh gas....still won't take any throttle :( I'll figure it out hahaha

    • @patw9175
      @patw9175 Před 3 lety +1

      @@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE The carburetor adjustment screws just needed some adjustment. I don't know if it was the air screw or not because there's two but the one that's part of the throttle (air screw I think) needed to be opened up about a half turn. Runs great now, especially now the carburetor is all rebuilt too :D

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 3 lety +1

      @@patw9175 thank you for the update

  • @MyF45
    @MyF45 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for sharing very useful video!

  • @tonym6920
    @tonym6920 Před 3 lety +2

    Great video! The problem is no one reads their owners manual, this is a basic maintenance item, LOL. I use my GT-225 and GT-225L at high speed most of the time.

  • @edwardwebster9051
    @edwardwebster9051 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for posting this it helped a lot

  • @gearhead366
    @gearhead366 Před 3 lety +3

    I think you put the air filter housing on backwards. On my Echo PAS-225, the choke is at the back, next to the pull starter. Makes it much easier to pull the starter, and quickly adjust the choke.
    BTW, I use my trimmer mostly at full throttle. That's how it was designed to run.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 3 lety +2

      Yes I did but its because it came to me that way that I put it right back on the same way.

  • @LAcalimexican100
    @LAcalimexican100 Před 2 lety

    It worked!! Thank you 🙏

  • @Brian-Outdoors
    @Brian-Outdoors Před 3 lety

    Great video thanks for making it.

  • @19friday55
    @19friday55 Před 2 lety

    My echo gt225 had the same symtoms but the issue was a tiny speck of dirt in carb....removed air filter cover, choke box then spray entire carb area with carb cleaner. Removed 4 screws holding bulb..(.not neccesary to remove fuel lines) the removed the one screw holding the carb on. Do not peel black portgasket off. Leave body gasket in place too. The put on eye protection...glasses....spray down body of carb at first...then spay in all openi gs(not screw opening..lol) the spray carb aluminum body the same way. Clean all parts before reinstalling ....mine ran perfect.....i had already replace spark plug and fuel filter before starting.....good luck

  • @KillerBandaid
    @KillerBandaid Před 2 lety

    Great video! Fixed my issue!

  • @marvinisrael1671
    @marvinisrael1671 Před 4 lety +1

    I have an Echo PAS266es trimmer that takes different attachments. I use only the pre-mixed 50-1 Echo Red Armor fuel because Steve's Small Engine Saloon showed that regular gasoline, even non ethanol, has components (olefins) that are no good for 2 cycle engines. I always run it on full throttle while actually trimming, but I let it idle a bit walking from place to place. It starts on the second pull. Lucky me.

  • @tnrodgers
    @tnrodgers Před rokem

    Good video, shops have a heavy fine now for removing the spark arrestor. I’m a fan of cleaning it annually, and run it the way you want. It takes 20 minutes end of season.

  • @thomasauto4862
    @thomasauto4862 Před 3 lety +2

    I had the same issue: Mine was a bad diaphragm in the bottom of the carb. Also don't forget that a weak coil or bad crankshaft seals give the same symptoms. One of mine had 150psi but when running past idle the seals would leak compression. Some carbs must tuned to an exact setting or they won't run without the choke.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 3 lety

      thank you Thomas Auto

    • @C0D3BR3AK
      @C0D3BR3AK Před rokem

      Same issue. Changed carb, spark plug, air filter, fuel filter, checked spark arrester, cleaned carbon from cylinder exhaust port, and it still didn't work. Idles fine but when I increase throttle it chugs and dies. Maybe it was crankshaft seals. Too bad I gave it away so I'll never know. 😞

  • @jameschaves5723
    @jameschaves5723 Před 3 lety +1

    10 minutes and I fixed it!!! Thx

  • @rtkl13
    @rtkl13 Před 3 lety +1

    Hell yes !...that was it, thank you sir

  • @jameswilliford9728
    @jameswilliford9728 Před 3 lety

    Your a genius ty mine runs great now

  • @SnakePliskin86
    @SnakePliskin86 Před 3 lety +1

    Mine does this. I’ll have to check it when I get home. Mine is an SRM225. I was running it to chop ferns with the cutting blade. I ran it at full speed if I’m remembering correctly. It’s been acting up for a while and I haven’t had the time to look into it. I hope this fixes it!

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 3 lety +1

      I hope so to. let me know how it goes.

    • @SnakePliskin86
      @SnakePliskin86 Před 3 lety +1

      @@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE Well, got it taken apart. The spark arrester was not gummed up, just covered in a bees nest. Got it cleaned up and runs like a champ now. Thanks for the video!

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 3 lety +1

      @@SnakePliskin86 no problem and you did a great job figuring It out. thank you for the update.

  • @NerfCraft
    @NerfCraft Před 3 lety

    I have an Echo SRM-225 that I bought brand new last season. We have a fence around our backyard so I use lower speeds to trim that, but for most of the rest of the job I use higher speeds or full throttle, so it gets a good mix of RPMs. Hopefully I won't have to worry too much about this problem on my own weed eater.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 3 lety

      hopefully not but I would suggest checking the screen at the beginning of each season

    • @NerfCraft
      @NerfCraft Před 3 lety

      @@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE Eh, to be honest I'll check it if I start having problems. Season 2 still running perfect, I have zero concerns about it at this point. If it ever sounds like the one in the vid, I'll definitely be cleaning or replacing that screen.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 3 lety

      @@NerfCraft makes sense

  • @maxmoreno4213
    @maxmoreno4213 Před 2 lety

    THANK YOU, NICE VIDEO.

  • @bluesteel48
    @bluesteel48 Před rokem

    Thank You. I believe this is my problem. I use mine at frame idling to up to about 75% of full power. But I always give it a few short bursts at 100% for a few seconds before putting it away. I think my problem was caused by seven seasons of no spark screen cleanup.

  • @holdenbostocky1998
    @holdenbostocky1998 Před 2 lety

    A lot of times when I clean out a spark arrestor I’ll take the muffler off and burn it out with the torch. Just an extra step.
    Also I run that baby wideee open. It actually helps to keep the line from grabbing sometimes. When I use stihl 4 mix I don’t sometimes because it has that low end torque

  • @vorant77
    @vorant77 Před 2 lety +1

    FYI, you can clean the screen with oven cleaner and a small wire brush. Thanks for the video!

  • @applehead252
    @applehead252 Před 4 lety +1

    Half throttle. Same problem here . Thanks!!

  • @wyattallyn5602
    @wyattallyn5602 Před 2 lety

    That's a nice trimmer

  • @amandatoombs1869
    @amandatoombs1869 Před 11 měsíci

    Thank you!

  • @dcobbism
    @dcobbism Před 2 lety

    I tend to half throttle mine as it cuts fine and doesn't kick up as much crap. Personally I would not remove the screen like you did, but then I tend to have a lot of bees & bugs that like to find places to hide or call a home for the winter

  • @georgemoraitis6545
    @georgemoraitis6545 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you..Ive been messing with mine for a week..Even bought a new carb..My screen WAS clogged in exhaust with mud. Some kind of insect made a nest there...THANK YOU!!!!

  • @pepilloni
    @pepilloni Před 3 lety +1

    thanks bro I really appreciated it I think i have that problems with mine thanks so much

  • @barrythompson6387
    @barrythompson6387 Před měsícem

    GREAT VID...GOT ME OUTTA A HOLE!!!!! THANK YOU!!!!

  • @thiseverydaygamer4886
    @thiseverydaygamer4886 Před 2 lety

    Thanks man!

  • @DazJeffo
    @DazJeffo Před 3 lety

    full speed the majority of the time, but at times revving on certain areas, which I've found to be often more effective than just leaving it at full speed constantly! I have the HONDA UMK 425 UE Strimmer and Brushcutter, but I do wish I'd gone for the UMK 435 UE.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 3 lety +1

      That's a nice strummer, yes the 435 ue should have more power definitely

    • @DazJeffo
      @DazJeffo Před 3 lety

      @@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE Yes exactly, Mine just struggles slightly at times with certian things, where the 435 UE would blitz them, don't get me wrong, it still gets the job done, just takes a little longer!

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 3 lety

      @@DazJeffo are you worried about the weight difference?

  • @BassHitter
    @BassHitter Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks so much, solved my issues 😉fresh indeed

  • @rbarr775
    @rbarr775 Před 3 lety +1

    My Yamaha inverter generator also has an exhaust screen, probably because it's a camping-oriented unit. It's the only 4-stroke I've seen with one.

  • @paulzacher5672
    @paulzacher5672 Před 3 lety +1

    I always remove spark arrestors. Dont plan to trim in a national forest. Usually run my trimmers about half

  • @johnnygoode8318
    @johnnygoode8318 Před rokem

    Oh yeah!!! Thanks!

  • @elit.8383
    @elit.8383 Před 4 lety +1

    I had this problem of not reving up. Cleaned screen, new carb and fuel filter , lines. Finally i swapped out the ignition coil. Bingo , for my machine it was the faulty coil all the time .

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 4 lety

      nice repair. thanks for sharing your experience I appreciate it

  • @js_1995x
    @js_1995x Před 4 lety +1

    I pretty much go full throttle with my Husqvarna 326 and 128. On my stihl fs85 I run it at half or 3/4 throttle. Husqvarna's only cut good at full throttle

  • @RMurphy
    @RMurphy Před 2 lety +5

    Great video. The spark arrestor was preventing my echo weed eater from reving up. I sprayed the arrestor with carb cleaner and then used a cigarette lighter to heat up the mesh arrestor which burned off the stuck on oil. Once cooled, the remaining carbon could be easily removed with a wire brush. I wanted to keep mine on because I often work in very dry grassy areas and don't want to worry about starting a fire.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  Před 2 lety

      you got that right, I'd feel terrible if that happened to me and I lost my home